What is the ISI Admission Test 2026 exam pattern for Part 1?

To prepare for ISI admission test 2026 you should start the preparation 6 to 10 months in advance before the announcement of the ISI 2026 exam date. Focus on core mathematics like Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, Probability.

• Practice previous year papers. 
• Take time to prepare for the interview
• Aim for quality over quantity and solve the difficult problems deeply.

The seat depends on the ISI admission 2026 test B. Stat program available in various campuses. The seats varies as per the campus. For example:

• In ISI Kolkata there are around 63 seats in B. Stat program.
• ISI Bangalore has around 25 seats in B. Stat program.
• ISI Delhi has 25 seats for the B. Stat program.

B. Stat is a specialisation in B. Math they both have equal weightage and both are of the same duration. So it totally depends on you what to choose. If you are interested in mathematics and wanted to pursue a career in it then go for B. Math whereas you want a career related to statistics like in Data analytics, AI then choose B. Stat.

Below is the table mentioning the marking scheme of ISI Admission Test 2026 for part 1.

Below is the table mentioning the marking scheme of ISI Admission Test 2026 for part 2. 

After ISI admission test 2026 results you need to see the merit list and interview calls, then prepare for interviews if you are shortlisted. 

Finally attend the ISI admission test 2026 counselling and document verification process for your specific course like B.Stat, B.Math, M.Math etc.).

Students need to focus on data science, analytics or research careers with great opportunities in analytics and tech fields.